Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 13:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 13:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 13:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the person in charge saw something amazing and started to believe in Jesus because he was surprised by God's teachings. He realized how special Jesus's message was.

Acts 13:12: Then the deputy, when he saw what was done, believed, being astonished at the doctrine of the Lord.

Contradiction with Matthew 13:58

This verse suggests that miracles were not performed due to unbelief, in contrast with Acts 13:12 where belief follows a miraculous act.

Matthew 13:58: And he did not many mighty works there because of their unbelief.

Contradiction with Mark 8:12

This verse states that a sign would not be given to this generation, while Acts 13:12 involves the proconsul believing after witnessing a miracle.

Mark 8:12: And he left them, and entering into the ship again departed to the other side.

Contradiction with John 4:48

Here, Jesus implies a criticism of those who need signs and wonders to believe, contrasting the belief in Acts 13:12 that comes after witnessing a miracle.

John 4:48: Then said Jesus unto him, Except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe.

Contradiction with Luke 16:31

This verse indicates that some will not be persuaded even by someone rising from the dead, contrasting the immediate belief of the proconsul after a miraculous sign in Acts 13:12.

Luke 16:31: And he said unto him, If they hear not Moses and the prophets, neither will they be persuaded, though one rose from the dead.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:22-23

Paul mentions Jews requiring signs and Greeks seeking wisdom, implying a divide in belief; meanwhile, the proconsul in Acts 13:12 believes after seeing a sign.

1 Corinthians 1:22-23: For the Jews require a sign, and the Greeks seek after wisdom:
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